Ohio Issue 2 Summary:

Ohio Issue 2 is a recreational marijuana legalization initiative that will appear on the state’s ballot in November. Recent polls indicate strong support for the proposed legalization among Ohio voters.

Key Points:

• If passed, would permit Ohioans aged 21 and older to purchase and possess up to 2.5 ounces of cannabis and 15 grams of concentrates. Individuals could also cultivate up to six plants individually and up to 12 within a household containing multiple adults.
• A new poll by Fallon Research reveals that 59% of registered voters in Ohio support the recreational marijuana legalization initiative. Less than a third (32%) oppose it, with 9% undecided.
• Support for the initiative cuts across political party lines, with 68% of Democrats, 62% of independent voters, and 48% of Republicans in favor of legalization.
• The proposal is also well-received across various age groups. Among adults aged 18-44, 68% plan to vote in favor, while 62% of those aged 45 to 64 support it. Even 46% of voters aged 65 and older express support.
• The initiative enjoys the most solid support among Black voters, with 71% in favor. White voters show 58% support, and voters of other races demonstrate 63% support.
• The Coalition to Regulate Marijuana Like Alcohol, which spearheaded the initiative, collected enough signatures to secure a spot on the November 7 ballot.

This summary provides an overview of the support for Ohio Issue 2 and the key provisions it would bring if passed by voters in the upcoming election.